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A Thomas Crapper that’s ideal for the smallest room

September 22 2011, 1:01am, The Times

The model has been built for a doll’s house and fits in the palm of a handCaters

A reproduction of one of the world’s first flush lavatories has been made with the help of Thomas Crapper & Company. It took a year and a half and every detail has been meticulously copied, from the pedestal wash-down closet, high level cistern, throne seat, pull chain and brass brackets to the authentic Thomas Crapper logo.

It will go on sale for £145, but don’t expect to sit on it. It has been built for a doll’s house and fits in the palm of a hand.

The 12th-scale model was made by Patricia Davies of Lili-Anne Miniatures and will be available in a limited edition. The tiny toilet is just one of the items that will attract enthusiasts from across the world to the International…